Metro Washington Council afl-cio

The National Transportation and Safety Board (NTSB) has invited two representatives from ATU Local 689 to participate in the investigation into Monday’s incident and fatality at L’Enfant Plaza. Local 689 Assistant Business Agent for Safety Jim Madaras, and Local 689 Assistant Business Agent for Rail Operations Marlene Flemmings-McCann will be working with WMATA leadership and the NTSB on a full investigation of the cause of the incident. The union “sends our heartfelt condolences to the passenger who passed away,” said Local 689 President Jackie Jeter. “We also wish a speedy recovery to all those who were injured in that fire.” Local 689 “is committed to safe and reliable transportation for all Metro riders and employees,” Jeter added.